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Easy Instant Pot Chicken Adobo Recipe

This Easy Instant Pot Chicken Adobo is bursting with savory and tangy flavors! A comforting Filipino dish made effortlessly in your Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Adobo:
  • 5 pieces chicken thighs with skin
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons freshly diced chives

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

Cooking Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Chicken - Season the chicken thighs with kosher salt and black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Sauté the Chicken - In the Instant Pot, add olive oil. Sauté chicken thighs skin side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Cook the Aromatics - Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Scrape up brown bits from the bottom.
  4. Step 4: Pressure Cook - Add soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and bay leaves to the pot. Return chicken thighs, ensuring they are submerged. Close the lid and set to high pressure for 10 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Release the Pressure - After cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then switch to quick release.
  6. Step 6: Garnish and Serve - Remove chicken and let rest. Optionally, thicken the sauce by sautéing again. Serve hot, drizzled with sauce and garnished with chives.

Notes

  • For lower sodium, use low-sodium soy sauce.
  • Chicken breasts can be substituted, but adjust cooking time to avoid dryness.
  • This dish can be made vegan by using tofu and vegetable broth.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing portions is a great option for meal prep.